SPOW 409/2
SPOW 412/2
SPOW 418/2
SPOW 422/2
SPOS 409
SPOS 412
SPOW 418CA
SPOW422CA
ENGLISH Instructions for use Page 4
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT TO BE READ AND OBSERVED
• Download the complete instruction manual on docs.whirlpool.eu or call the phone
number shown on the warranty booklet.
• Before using the appliance, read these safety instructions. Keep them nearby for future
reference.
• These instructions and the appliance itself provide important safety warnings, to be
observed at all times. The manufacturer declines any liability for failure to observe these
safety instructions, for inappropriate use of the appliance or incorrect setting of controls.
Very young children (0-3 years) should be kept away from the appliance. Young children
(3-8 years) should be kept away from the appliance unless continuously supervised.
Children from 8 years old and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge can use this appliance only
if they are supervised or have been given instructions on safe use and understand
the hazards involved. Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance must not be carried out by children without supervision.
PERMITTED USE
CAUTION: the appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external
switching device, such as a timer, or separate remote controlled system.
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
hotels and working oces.
This appliance is not for professional use.
Always turn o the air conditioner by remote control rst. Do not use the power supply
circuit breaker or pull o the plug to turn it o. Disconnect the air conditioner from the
power supply if it is to be left unused for a long period of time or during a thunder/
lightning storm.
Never insert obstacle in the air outlet-risk of injury. Keep ventilation openings clear of
any obstruction.
Do not place any other electrical products or household belongings under indoor unit or
outdoor unit. Condensation dripping from the unit might get them wet, and may cause
damage or malfunction of your property.
INSTALLATION
The appliance must be handled and installed by two or more persons - risk of injury.
Use protective gloves to unpack and install - risk of cuts.
Installation, including electrical connections, and repairs must be carried out by a
qualied technician according to national wiring rules. Do not repair or replace any
part of the appliance unless specically stated in the user manual. Keep children away
from the installation site. After unpacking the appliance, make sure that it has not
been damaged during transport. In the event of problems, contact the dealer or your
nearest After-sales Service. Once installed, packaging waste (plastic, styrofoam parts
etc.) must be stored out of reach of children - risk of suocation. The appliance must be
disconnected from all remote power supply before any installation operation - risk of
electric shock. During installation, make sure the appliance does not damage the power
cable - risk of re or electric shock. Only activate the appliance when the installation has
been completed.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When moving or relocating the air conditioner, consult experienced service technicians
for disconnection and reinstallation of the unit.
The appliance shall not be installed in the laundry.
Appliance shall be installed, operated and stored in a room with a oor area larger than
10 m Mount the indoor unit at least 2.5 m above oor or grade level.
The installation of pipe-work shall be kept in a room with a oor area larger than10 m in
compliance with national gas regulations.
ELECTRICAL WARNINGS
The power supply must be of rated voltage with special circuitry for the appliance. The
diameter of the power cord must comply with requirements.
A multi-pole switch shall be installed in the xed wiring in accordance with the wiring
rules and the appliance must be earthed in conformity with national electrical safety
standards.
An all-pole disconnection switch having a contact separation of at least 3 mm in all
poles should be connected in xed wiring in accordance with national wiring rules, and the
appliance must be earthed in conformity with national electrical safety standards.
Do not use extension leads, multiple sockets or adapters. The electrical components
must not be accessible to the user after installation. Do not use the appliance when you are
wet or barefoot. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cable or plug, if it
is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.
lf the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced with an identical one by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualied persons in order to avoid a hazard -risk
of electric shock.
A residual current device (RCD) having rated residual operation current not exceeding 30
mA shall be incorporated in xed wiring according to national law.
The temperature of refrigerant circuit will be high, please keep the interconnection cable
away from the copper tube.
Ensure safe grounding and a grounding wire connected with the special grounding
system of the building, installed by professionals. The appliance must be tted with
electrical leakage protection switch and an auxiliary circuit breaker with sucient capacity.
The circuit breaker must also have a magnetic and a thermal tripping function to ensure
protection in case of short-circuit and overload.
Model 9K& 12K 18K 24K
Required capacity of circuit breaker 16A 20A 25A
For the connection of power cord and cable connection between indoor and outdoor
units, please see the wiring diagram on the appliance.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Ensure that the appliance is switched o and disconnected from the
power supply before performing any maintenance operation; never use steam cleaning
equipment - risk of electric shock.
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